Blog Posts
Antiques Are Trending, and Abilene Is the Place to Shop
September 28, 2026
Everything old is new again, and that is very good news for antique shoppers! Antiques and vintage finds are having a major moment in home décor. Designers are mixing old and new, bringing antique...
Built to Last: Abilene’s Works Progress Administration Legacy
September 28, 2026
More than 90 years after the Great Depression, visitors to Abilene can still see the lasting impact of one of the nation’s most ambitious public works programs. Created in 1935 as part of President...
10 Fascinating Facts About Abilene’s C.W. Parker Carousel as It Celebrates 125 Years
September 28, 2026
What started with a father spending nearly his last dollar to see his daughter smile became an American amusement legacy, and that story began in Abilene, Kansas. In 2026, Abilene's 1901 C.W. Parker...
Help Us Transform Downtown Abilene
September 22, 2026
We have an exciting opportunity to make a BIG impact in downtown Abilene, and we need your help! The Dickinson County Economic Development Corporation, City of Abilene, downtown property owners,...
Meet the Murals: Exploring Mindy’s Art Around Abilene
September 16, 2026
Abilene, Kansas, has plenty of stories to tell, and some of them are painted in a big way! From longhorns and local businesses to patriotic scenes and a towering tribute to President Dwight D....
Explore Ike’s Abilene: A Self-Guided Eisenhower Itinerary
September 16, 2026
“The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene.” Dwight D. Eisenhower Long before he became a five-star general and the 34th President of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was...
2026 Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown
September 2, 2026
Calling all Griswolds! If you love decorating for the holidays, we have a contest for you! Join in the fun by participating in the Cowtown Christmas Light Showdown on Saturday, December 5! Here's...
2026 Holiday Guide
September 2, 2026
2026 Guide Celebrate the holidays in one of America's Best Historic Small Towns, Abilene, on December 4-6, 2026 Step back in time with the 49th Annual Heritage Homes Association's Homes for the...
Prost! Abilene Oktoberfest Returns September 18-19
September 1, 2026
Dust off your lederhosen, grab your stein and make plans for a weekend of German food, music and fun in Downtown Abilene! The 9th Annual Abilene Oktoberfest returns Friday and Saturday, September 18...
Wild & Weird in North Central Kansas: 10 Stops Worth the Road Trip
August 14, 2026
North Central Kansas has never been particularly interested in being ordinary. This is a place where Wild Bill Hickok once walked the streets, Pony Express riders raced across the frontier, bison...
5 Reasons Watching Longhorns Parade Through Old Abilene Town Should Be on Your Bucket List
August 10, 2026
There are parades. And then there are longhorn parades through an Old West town. On Saturday, August 15, the longhorns return to Old Abilene Town for Chisholm Trail Days: Longhorns & Legends,...
Throwback Thursday: The Battle Over Wild Bill Hickok's Bones
August 3, 2026
When people think of Wild Bill Hickok, they often think of Deadwood, South Dakota, where the legendary lawman was killed during a poker game in 1876. But did you know there was once a serious effort...
America Likes Abilene
July 30, 2026
Supporting Materials for the 2026 TIAK Community Awareness Award Submission Examples: 5 Reasons Abilene, Kansas is the Best Place to Visit for America's 250th - by Travel With Sara The gateway...
Chisholm Trail Days: Longhorns & Legends Brings the Old West to Life in Abilene
July 29, 2026
August 15-16, 2026 | Old Abilene Town | Abilene, Kansas There are places where you can read about the Old West. In Abilene, you can stand where it happened. On August 15 and 16, Old Abilene Town...
Celebrate an American Tradition at the Central Kansas Free Fair
July 24, 2026
July 28-August 2, 2026 | Abilene, Kansas Few things are more quintessentially American than a small-town fair. The smell of fair food. Kids showing their 4-H projects. Cowboys and cowgirls...
Where the Prairie Comes to Life: A Little House-Inspired Getaway
June 29, 2026
With Netflix's new Little House on the Prairie series premiering on July 9, there's never been a better time to rediscover the timeless stories of Laura Ingalls Wilder. While the Ingalls family's...
Celebrate an Old-Fashioned 4th of July in Abilene, Kansas
June 25, 2026
Looking for a classic American Independence Day celebration? Spend the Fourth of July in Abilene, Kansas, where community traditions, patriotic pride, friendly competition, and a dazzling fireworks...
The Legend Lived Here: Discover Wild Bill Hickok's Abilene
June 24, 2026
Few names from the American West are as recognizable as James Butler "Wild Bill" Hickok. Known for his long hair, quick draw, and larger-than-life reputation, Hickok became one of the most famous...
Church Basement Ladies Brings Laughter, Music and Heart to Abilene
June 24, 2026
If you are looking for an unforgettable evening of live entertainment during your visit to Abilene, make plans to see Church Basement Ladies at Great Plains Theatre. This beloved musical comedy...